| What are some other items that may be presented to retiring members? A Presidential Letter of Appreciation (PLOA), or retirement letter, is a standard letter of appreciation prepared by the White House and signed by the President of the United States. (b) All other CILs must be signed by . Change or Administrative Order. If the contract is with non-US Industry (foreign governments, cleared foreign companies or international organizations) additional guidance is on a case-by-case basis. AF Form 1344, Certificate of Appreciation (for Spouse of Retiring Member). Block lV, Unit 3 . 2-7, page 9 Requirements by agency maintaining records 2-8, page 10 Section II Preparing Other Separation Documents, page 10 DD Form 220 (Active Duty Report) 2-9, page 10 DD Form 256A (Honorable Discharge Certificate) and DD Form 257A (General Discharge Certificate) 2-10, page 10 Terms of Use The Retiree Activities Program serves as the interface between active-duty and retired communities. Retiree services are available to all eligible Retired Service members, surviving Spouses and their Families. 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For status of a completed form, please contact the appropriate component and/or the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) in order to address your concerns. An official website of the United States government. Option 1 - Upon your DD Form 214 being made official, you will receive an email on how you will be able to download the form via "vMPF" . Upon retirement, all service members, regardless of component, are entitled to receive the Air Force Retiring Service member recognition package. e. Only one DD Form 2542 is provided for each qualifying Service member. DoD forms satisfy a valid need; essential to accomplish a mission and necessary for the efficient and economical operation of the DoD. Address any comments or questions to Defense Finance and Accounting Service, US Military Retired Pay, 8899 E. 56th Street Indianapolis, IN 46249-1200. U.S. Air Force Retired Lapel Button. AFI 36-3203, Service Retirements, paragraph 7.1.3.3, outlines the items to be presented at the ceremony. g ! | To obtain hard copies of current forms not available in electronic format, please contact your own Military Service or DoD Component Forms Management Officer. 2.Spouse Certificate of Appreciation (if applicable). | If the form number does not have a hyperlink, the form is not available electronically. (b) All other CILs must be signed by a commissioned officer. The following documents are integral to the DoD Forms Management program. Certificate of Retirement, DD Form 363AF. Retiree Activities Office (RAO) RAOs are manned by a volunteer director who captures the concerns voiced by the retiree community and provides information to the retiree community to keep retirees informed about programs and information that affect the retiree community. Please contact the OPR to request a copy. Certificate of Retirement, DD Form 363AF Certificate of Appreciation for service in the U.S. Armed Forces, DD Form 2542 U.S. If you are a retired Reservist under age 60, and not already receiving retired pay, approximately four months prior to your retired pay effective date, Headquarters Air Reserve Personnel Center will notify you of your eligibility for retired pay, to include general pay information and how to initiate the process. Each installation has a Retiree Activities Office (RAO) that is available to provide retirees (all ranks) and surviving spouses with information on matters related to TRICARE, Military ID Cards, Survivor Benefits and Death Reporting. The letter recognizes military or Department of Defense civilian retirees with (30) or more years of creditable service for retired pay. AF Form 423, Certificate of Appreciation (for Spouse of Retiring Selected Reserve % Form 2.Spouse Certificate of Appreciation (if applicable). endobj ! Commercial (210)565-2450, DSN: 665-2450 62 6.3. JBSA-Randolph, TX 78150 This means that we are responsible for making sure that all Military Services and DoD components remain compliant with established form policies, and that all approved forms are current and readily accessible. endobj 3.Presidential Certificate of Appreciation. Option 1 - Upon your DD Form 214 being made official, you will receive an email on how you will be able to download the form via "vMPF" (link above and access/download DD Form 214 with a USERID/PASSWORD). Option 2 - Once you separate and/or retire, you can access your entire master personnel file (which includes DD Form 214's, NGB 22's and evaluation reports), without a Common Access Card, through a Department of Veterans Affairs web site called 'eBenefits'. Upon request by an eligible user, translations will be certified, notarized as necessary and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. DD214 and other Department of Defense (DoD) documents DoD documents that must show a period of active-duty service dates Documents that must show active-duty service dates Documents that must show previous active federal service for something other than training, or a minimum of 20 years total service (for pay) Other accepted documents Retiree Appreciation Days (RADs) RADs are conducted by RAOs to keep retired Service members and their families informed of rights, benefits, and privileges and to foster goodwill between the retired and active duty communities. The letter recognizes military or Department of Defense civilian retirees with (30) or more years of creditable service for retired pay. Here is a list of Forms Management POCs. (e) AF Form 682, Certificate in Lieu of Lost or Destroyed Certificate of Service (USAF), is used to replace any lost or destroyed certificate of service, or like form, issued on release from EAD in the Air Force. "DEaBs:QTpr8d6hcfhf]1n>'#t/WvbM>^g7p$6)c`|TEM|G4 @^m/mbz{0t@]>r]igZemi2H3?{qbDbS)|,Yg*gi1Hxh|C.7EW,8hfR=(eo2+ i2[o7_"e& {%!Wl_I~kN DD Form 363AF. | DD FORM 2892, APR 2017 Complete this form and return it in the enclosed envelope. Military OneSource offers free document translation services in more than 150 languages. 887.8 Where to apply for certificates. g g , h Pb\ h { ! Certificate of Appreciation for service in the U.S. Armed Forces, DD Form 2542. DD Form 1610. This award may be given to civilians, Service members who served in multiple branches, and those who served in both military and civilian positions.Each Military Department requests PLOAs through their respective White House Liaison Officer (WHLO) and provides the information necessary to complete the letter. In coordination with the DoD, CIO, the DD establishes policies and procedures for the DoD Forms Management Program, including responsibilities for reviewing and approving form requirements. RAOs plan and coordinate Retiree Appreciation Days. (a) For DD Form 363AF: Headquarters, Air Force Military Personnel Center, Officer Actions Branch (HQ AFMPC/DPMD00), Randolph AFB TX 78150-6001, for officers; and Headquarters, Air Force Military Personnel Center, Analysis and Certification Section (HQ AFMPC/DPMD0A2), Randolph AFB TX 78150-6001, for enlisted members. The DD Form 254 is a U.S. publication referenced in the DFAR and applied to contracts involving access to classified information by U.S. contractors. This form must be . (a) DD Form 363AF must be signed by a general officer or colonel. DD Form 363AF, Certificate of Retirement, or DD Form 363SPF, Certificate of Retirement, United States Space Force; . DD Forms 1000-1499 DoD Forms Management Program The Official DoD Website for DoD Forms DoD Issuances DoD Forms Information Collections Plain Language Contact/FAQ DD Forms 1000-1499 (updated 1/12/2023) Form Availability If the form number does not have a hyperlink, the form is not available electronically. $ `# h % | 1! 887.6 Who must sign CILs. Option 1 - Upon your DD Form 214 being made official, you will receive an email on how you will be able to download the form via "vMPF" . Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. (b) All other CILs must be signed by a commissioned officer, NCO in grade of master sergeant or above, or a civilian in grade GS-7 or above. 2.Spouse Certificate of Appreciation (if applicable). If this has not occurred, please contact the Total Force Service Center at (800) 525-0102. (a) DD Form 363AF must be signed by a general officer or colonel. | One of the oldest traditions of military service is to recognize Airmen and Guardians retiring from a career of long and honorable service. | Where to apply for certificates. 4.Retirement Lapel Pin, 5.Presidential Letter (if eligible), for those with 30 years of satisfactory service (Reserve retirement) or 30 years of active duty service (AGR). It is comprised of two co-chairmen, 15 members representing retirees by geographical areas in the United States and overseas, and members at large who possess the requisite skills or background as a subject matter expert that serve the Council. Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. This web site provides the Official edition of Department of Defense (DD) and Secretary of Defense (SD) forms. Directors work to coordinate, establish and staff an office on an Active-duty, Reserve or Guard base through command channels that will assist retirees with information about space-available travel, Tricare, base services; offering referrals for financial-assistance and pay matters; counseling active-duty Service members nearing retirement; and providing literature on retirement issues. For Active Duty Airmen who participate in an ADSC-Incurring event. Additional guidance can be found in AF Pamphlet 34-1202, Guide to Protocol, chapter 6. FAQ U.S. Afterburner The Air Force Personnel Center publishes the Afterburner, news for retired Air Force personnel, twice per year (as permitted by funding) to disseminate information and to keep retired service members and annuitants in touch with the Air Force and informed of their rights, benefits, and responsibilities. x[nF}7G2hv>h|x=f Z-b%RKQconUu7HI;UN+Jq9)^NKUV?>^_[`3\H8Y:?s~?n`/b9?S8t ;9Br~~,5s'o>V]$>w{[at}c[6awh2Ga8\1u]pdZ-k &pey]!7xNH"E@nv]. Cancelled forms are not available in electronic formats. If the member chooses not to have a formal or informal ceremony or cannot be present for duty on the retirement date due to unforeseen circumstances, the members commander, or an officer designated by the commander, personally presents the Certificate of Retirement, Certificate of Appreciation (Spouse), retired lapel button, US Flag and any awards or honors that express appreciation for the member's service. Retiree Appreciation Day events may include: flu shots by base medical personnel, briefings by different base agencies on respective services, tax preparation and advice, staff judge advocate assistance, base tours, etc. Here is a list of Forms Management POCs. If you have trouble accessing any forms, contact us at: whs.mc-alex.esd.mbx.formswebmaster@mail.mil, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil, Armed Forces of the United States Geneva Conventions Identification Card (Reserve) (Green), United States Uniformed Services Identification Card (Reserve Retired) (Red), United States Uniformed Services Identification Card (Retired) (Blue), Enlistment/Reenlistment Document Armed Forces of the United States, Report of Treatment Furnished Pay Patients Hospitalization Furnished (Part A), Report of Treatment Furnished Pay Patients Outpatient Furnished (Part B), DoD Issuances Program Coordination Initiation (, Dependency Statement - Incapacitated Child Over Age 21 (, Dependency Statement - Full Time Student 21 - 22 Years of Age (, Application for Correction of Military Record Under the Provisions of Title 10, U.S. Code, Section 1552, Special Measurements Blank for Special Measurement/Orthopedic Boots and Shoes, Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss, Certificate of Uniformed Service, Reserve Component Addendum, Correction to DD Form 214/214-1, Certificate of Uniformed Service, Telephone Directory Alphabetical Section Change Order, Telephone Directory Classified Section Change Order, Tanker/Barge Material Inspection and Receiving Report, Material Inspection and Receiving Report - Continuation Sheet, Department of Defense Contract Security Classification Specification (, Investigation, Report of - Line of Duty and Misconduct Status, Voucher for Emergency or Extraordinary Expense Expenditures, Voucher for Emergency or Extraordinary Expense Expenditures - Memorandum, Appointment of Military Postal Clerk, Unit Mail Clerk or Mail Orderly, Application for the Review of Discharge from the Armed Forces of the United States, Application for a Review by the Physical Disability Board of Review (PDBR) of the Rating Awarded Accompanying a Medical Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States, Application for the Evaluation of Learning Experiences During Military Service, Certificate in Lieu of Lost or Destroyed Discharge, Preventive Maintenance Schedule and Record, Measurement Blank - Special Sized Clothing for Men, Armed Forces, Transportation Discrepancy Report (TDR) (Continuation Sheet), Statement of Charges/Cash Collection Voucher, Weight and Balance Record, Chart C - Basic, Weight and Balance Clearance Form F - Transport/Tactical, Claim Certification and Voucher for Death Gratuity Payment, Coal, Coke, or Briquettes, Purchase Request For, Appendage to Department of Defense Security Agreement, Military Interdepartmental Purchase Request, Subpoena to Testify and/or Produce or Permit Inspection of Items in a Court Martial, Report of Proceedings to Vacate Suspension of a Court-Martial Sentence, Bond of Person Designated to Act on Behalf of Incompetent Member or Former Member of the Uniformed Services, Summarized Record of Trial - Article 39(A) Session, Extract of Military Records of Previous Convictions, Prisoner's Mail and Correspondence Record. (c) AF Form 386, Certificate in Lieu of Lost or Destroyed Discharge (AUS), is used to replace any lost or destroyed certificate of discharge from the Army. U.S. Flag Air Force Retired Lapel Button Presidential Letter of Appreciation (for those with at least 30 years of service for pay purposes) Certificate of Appreciation for Spouse of Retiring Member, AF Form 1344 (if applicable) Find out which documents the NCA accepts. AF Form 100. You may also need one or more of these documents so you can get other benefits. (ii) In a retired pay status, except general officers. Flag. Reply must be received within 30 days to ensure continued receipt of your retired pay. Accordingly, a copy of the DD Form 2542, or a notation that the Service member received it, will not be included in the Service member's permanent military record. Staff at Military and Family Readiness Centersprovide assistance, direct services or information and referral regarding a number of requested services to retirees, Active Duty and Reserve Component service members, veterans, and family members. | If this has not occurred, please contact the Total Force Service Center at (800) 525-0102. Contact Us, https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a1/publication/afi36-3203/afi36-3203.pdf. 3.Presidential Certificate of Appreciation. \! AFI36-3203 8 SEPTEMBER 2006 5 6.4. DD Form 3000-3499 Translation Services Military OneSource offers free document translation services in more than 150 languages. Air Force Retiree Services: https://www.retirees.af.mil/, Air Forces Personnel Center: https://www.afpc.af.mil/Retirement/, Air Force Retiree Activities Program, AFI 36-3106: https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a1/publication/afi36-3106/afi36-3106.pdf, Air Force Retiree Council: https://www.retirees.af.mil/Library/Council/, National Archives for Military Service Records and Information: https://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records, DoD Transition Assistance Program: https://www.dodtap.mil/dodtap/app/home, DoD Instruction 1332.35, Transition Assistance Program (TAP) for Military Personnel: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/dodi/133235p.pdf, Air Force Instructions 36-3203, Service Retirements:https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a1/publication/afi36-3203/afi36-3203.pdf, Home *Controlled forms are not authorized for publication on public-facing websites. Fax: Commercial (210)565-3124, DSN: 665-3124, An official website of the United States government, Spouse Education and Career Opportunities, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil, DD Form 363AF, Certificate of Retirement, or DD Form 363SPF, Certificate of Retirement, United States Space Force, DD Form 2542, Certificate of Appreciation for Service in the Armed Forces of the United States, The Presidential Letter of Appreciation (if Airman has at least 30 years for retired pay purposes), Any awards, decorations, honors, or letters of appreciation, AF Form 1344, Certificate of Appreciation for Spouse of Retiring Member, or SPF Form 1344, Certificate of Appreciation (if appropriate), AF Form 4370, CMSAF Certificate of Appreciation, or SPF Form 4370, CMSSF Certificate of Appreciation, AF Form 4369, CMSAF Certificate of Appreciation (Spouse) or SPF Form 4369, CMSSF Certificate of Appreciation (Spouse) (if appropriate). DD Form 214 DD Form 220 Statement of Serv ice - DD Form 214 DD Form 220 AF Form 1299, "Officers Certificate of Statement of DD Form 303AF, "Discharge DD Form 363AF, "Retirement from Air Force" AF Form 682, "Release from Extended Active Duty (EAD) Air Force" AF Form 386, "Discharge from Army" Upon request by an eligible user, translations will be certified, notarized as necessary and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. AFI 36-3203, Service Retirements, paragraph 7.1.3.3, outlines the items to be presented at the ceremony. Commanders recognize the contributions of all retiring service members by conducting a retirement ceremony unless the individual specifically requests not to have one. 1.Retirement Certificate (DD Form 363AF). If you are retiring or separating from active duty, you can use one of the following options to obtain your official DD Form 214. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like AF Form 63, AF Form 100, DD Form 149 and more. <> Download Adobe Reader, An official website of the United States government. t , , , , ! A checklist is available in the Retirements PSD Guide, Volume 1, Section M-2, to assist individuals designated to arrange the ceremony. DD Form 2839. The Department of Defense (DoD) Forms Management Program is administered by the Directives Division (DD), Executive Services Directorate, Washington Headquarters Services. AF Form 63. > \ ^ [ %` bjbjNN dH , , o U $ D h h h P , D ! DD Form 2542. . 1 0 obj Certificate of Appreciation for service in the U.S. Armed Forces, DD Form 2542. Click on the New Document option above, then drag and drop the document to the upload area, import it from the cloud, or via a link. Certificate of Appreciation for service in the U.S. Armed Forces, DD Form 2542. Option 2 - Once you separate and/or retire, you can access your entire master personnel file (which includes DD Form 214's, NGB 22's and evaluation reports), without a Common Access Card, through a Department of Veterans Affairs web site called 'eBenefits'. AF Form 63. Contact Us, https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a1/publication/afi36-3203/afi36-3203.pdf. Add the form dd 61 for redacting. For more information and to submit a request please go to:www.esd.whs.mil/CMD/ploa/. JBSA-Randolph, TX 78150 3 0 obj Military members should retire with a tangible expression of appreciation for their contribution to the Department of the Air Force and our mission, along with the assurance that they continue to be part of the military family after retirement. One of the oldest traditions of military service is to recognize Airmen and Guardians retiring from a career of long and honorable service. Flag and flag certificate (flag certificateis optional), and The. AF Form 1344 DD Form 363AF. Option 1 - Upon your DD Form 214 being made official, you will receive an email on how you will be able to download the form via "vMPF" (link above and access/download DD Form 214 with a USERID/PASSWORD). DD Form 363AF. Section 887.8. (b) DD Form 363AF, Certificate of Retirement, is used to replace any lost or destroyed certificate of retirement from the Air Force (issued only to service members). The package includes the following: Certificate of Appreciation for service in the U.S. Armed Forces, DD Form 2542, Presidential Letter of Appreciation (for those with at least 30 years of service for pay purposes), Certificate of Appreciation for Spouse of Retiring Member, AF Form 1344 (if applicable), Air Force Retiree Services: https://www.retirees.af.mil/, Air Forces Personnel Center: https://www.afpc.af.mil/Retirement/, Air Force Retiree Activities Program, AFI 36-3106: https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a1/publication/afi36-3106/afi36-3106.pdf, Air Force Retiree Council: https://www.retirees.af.mil/Library/Council/, National Archives for Military Service Records and Information: https://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records, DoD Transition Assistance Program: https://www.dodtap.mil/dodtap/app/home, DoD Instruction 1332.35, Transition Assistance Program (TAP) for Military Personnel: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/dodi/133235p.pdf, Air Force Instructions 36-3203, Service Retirements:https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a1/publication/afi36-3203/afi36-3203.pdf, Home Certificate of Retirement, DD Form 363AF Certificate of Appreciation for service in the U.S. Armed Forces, DD Form 2542 U.S. If the member chooses not to have a formal or informal ceremony or cannot be present for duty on the retirement date due to unforeseen circumstances, the members commander, or an officer designated by the commander, personally presents the Certificate of Retirement, Certificate of Appreciation (Spouse), retired lapel button, US Flag and any awards or honors that express appreciation for the member's service. Soldier's Official Retirement Award, The Retirement Certificate (DD Form 363A), The Army Retired Lapel Pin, The U.S. At the ceremony, the unit presents: Commanders ensure the retirement ceremony meets the basic intent and traditions of a military functions, as spelled out in AFI 1-1, Air Force Standards. DD Form 363AF, Certificate of Retirement. 550 C St. West Review AFI 36-3203, chapter 7, and the Retirements Personnel Services Delivery (PSD) Guide, volume 1, Section M, for more information and certificate preparation instructions.